Gasbye VS5166 Review: 95 kPa and a Double Seal Built for Sous Vide
- Data from official spec sheets
- Public scoring formula
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The Gasbye VS5166 is a bar vacuum sealer with 95 kPa of suction, a double heat seal marketed as sous vide ready, an easy-lock handle, roll storage with a cutter and 5 years of coverage. On paper it is the best sealer in our US catalog for sous vide. The catch: no named moist mode.
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The Gasbye VS5166 is a bar vacuum sealer with 95 kPa of suction, a double heat seal and 5 years of coverage, built with sous vide in mind. On paper, it is our top pick in the best vacuum sealers for sous vide. We have not used this unit ourselves: everything below comes from the official Amazon listing and our own math.
The VS5166 is built around the seal. Its listing declares 95 kPa of suction and dual sealing strips it calls sous vide ready, which is exactly what bags in a hot water bath need. An easy-lock handle closes the lid with one hand, and bag storage and a cutter let you size bags to each cut. An external suction hose covers containers, though the dedicated container is sold separately. The 5-year coverage is described as refund or replacement. Its gap is wet food: there is no named moist mode, only a Pulse function the listing suggests for moist food. At 2.9 kg (about 6.4 lb), it is mid-weight.
Pros
- 95 kPa from 130 W, per the listing
- Double heat seal marketed as sous vide ready
- Easy-lock handle, bag storage and cutter, 5-year coverage
Cons
- No named moist mode; the listing points to Pulse for wet food
- Dedicated container sold separately
- Best for
- Sous vide cooks and freezer storage of meat and fish
- Skip it if
- Buyers who seal a lot of wet marinades or soups
Specifications
| Type | External |
|---|---|
| Vacuum (kPa) | 95 |
| Power (W) | 130 |
| Double seal | Yes |
| Cutter | Yes |
| Roll storage | Yes |
| Accessory port | Yes |
| Weight (kg) | 2.9 |
| Warranty (years) | 5 |
| Type | External |
|---|---|
| Vacuum (kPa) | 95 |
| Power (W) | 130 |
| Double seal | Yes |
| Cutter | Yes |
| Roll storage | Yes |
| Accessory port | Yes |
| Weight (kg) | 2.9 |
| Warranty (years) | 5 |
How strong is the vacuum?
95 kPa, according to the listing, from a 130 W motor. With sea-level air pressure at about 101 kPa, that means removing roughly 94% of it (95 ÷ 101).
That is the same figure as our overall pick, the Beelicious Pro VS9313, and the ROUUO SV628. Only the Beelicious Pro VSP801 declares more, at 98 kPa. For sous vide, a tight vacuum matters because air pockets make bags float and heat unevenly. See all the high-suction models in sealers with 90 kPa and up.
Why is the seal good for sous vide?
Because it puts two seal lines on every bag, and the listing ties that directly to sous vide. Bags sit in hot water for hours, and a second line is a backup if the first has a weak spot.
The listing calls this its double heat seal for dry and moist food. It does not publish the maximum bag width, so check your rolls. Compare other dual-strip models in double seal vacuum sealers.
How does it handle wet food?
Through Pulse, not a named moist mode. The listing suggests Pulse for moist food: you control the vacuum and seal as soon as liquid starts to move.
That works, but it asks more of you than an automatic moist mode. For marinated meat, freeze the marinade first or pat the surface dry. For soups, freeze them solid before sealing. Our page on vacuum sealers for liquids lists models with dedicated moisture modes.
What about containers and jars?
It comes with an external air suction hose; the dedicated container is sold separately. That covers canisters and, with a jar attachment, mason jars.
The listing does not mention a jar sealer attachment. Our guide to vacuum sealers for mason jars explains what you need.
What does it cost to run?
Very little: at 130 W, each minute of running uses about 2.2 Wh. The math is 130 W × 1 minute ÷ 60 ≈ 2.2 Wh.
Even if 30 bags each ran for a full minute, the total would be about 66 Wh. Bags are the real running cost, so the built-in cutter, which lets you cut rolls to the size of each cut, saves more than any power setting.
How easy is it to live with?
Easy: one-hand locking, on-board bag storage and a 2.9 kg (about 6.4 lb) body. It is lighter than both FoodSaver models we cover and heavier than the Beelicious VS9313.
Wipe the sealing strips and gaskets after each wet or greasy bag. If the bag does not hold vacuum after sealing, see why a vacuum sealer is not sealing.
Which jobs suit the VS5166 best?
Sous vide and freezer storage first; wet marinades and soups need extra care.
| Job | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Sous vide steaks, chicken, fish | Very good | 95 kPa and a double seal named for sous vide |
| Freezing meat and leftovers | Very good | Tight vacuum and two seal lines |
| Containers | Good | Suction hose included; container sold separately |
| Marinades | Fair | Pulse only; freeze the marinade first |
| Soups and stocks | Weak | Freeze solid before sealing |
What does the listing leave out?
A moist mode, bag width and noise.
- Moist mode: not named; Pulse is suggested instead.
- Bag width: not published.
- Noise: no dB figure, which is normal for sealers.
- Warranty type: described as coverage with refund or replacement, not a standard limited warranty.
What are the best alternatives?
The Beelicious Pro VS9313 for a moist mode and more functions, and the QIQIAOB rq8rh for three moisture presets and wide bags.
Beelicious Pro VS9313 vacuum sealer 95 kPa
95 kPa
9.5/10 · DryFoodLab scoreThe VS9313 matches the Gasbye on suction, power, double seal and warranty, and adds a named Moist mode, Marinate and Canister functions and an app. It is also 0.5 kg lighter. We compare them head to head in Beelicious Pro VS9313 vs Gasbye VS5166.
Pros
- 95 kPa and a double seal
- Dry and Moist modes plus Pulse, Marinate and Canister
- 5-year warranty, 2.4 kg
Cons
- Bag width not published
- App extras you may not need
- Best for
- Most homes, including wet food
- Skip it if
- Buyers who want the simplest controls
Specifications
| Type | External |
|---|---|
| Vacuum (kPa) | 95 |
| Power (W) | 130 |
| Double seal | Yes |
| Moist mode | Yes |
| Cutter | Yes |
| Roll storage | Yes |
| Accessory port | Yes |
| Weight (kg) | 2.4 |
| Warranty (years) | 5 |
QIQIAOB 95 kPa double-seal vacuum sealer
95 kPa · seal 300 mm
8.5/10 · DryFoodLab scoreThe rq8rh also names sous vide as a use and adds three moisture presets and a published bag width. The big difference is risk: its listing states no warranty at all, against the Gasbye’s 5 years of coverage.
Pros
- 95 kPa and a double seal
- Dry, Moist and Extra Moist presets
- Takes bags up to 11.8 in (300 mm) wide
Cons
- No warranty or weight on the listing
- Marketed as commercial but a standard bar sealer
- Best for
- Sous vide with marinades and large cuts
- Skip it if
- Buyers who need a stated warranty
Specifications
| Type | External |
|---|---|
| Vacuum (kPa) | 95 |
| Power (W) | 130 |
| Seal width (mm) | 300 |
| Double seal | Yes |
| Moist mode | Yes |
| Cutter | Yes |
| Roll storage | Yes |
| Accessory port | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Gasbye VS5166 good for sous vide?
On paper, yes. Its listing declares 95 kPa and a double heat seal it calls sous vide ready, and it names sous vide as a use.
Does the Gasbye VS5166 have a moist mode?
The listing does not name one. It suggests using the Pulse function for moist food, which lets you stop the vacuum yourself.
What warranty does the Gasbye VS5166 have?
The listing describes 5-year quality coverage with refund or replacement. Keep your proof of purchase.
Can the Gasbye VS5166 vacuum containers?
Yes, with its external air suction hose. The listing says the dedicated container is sold separately.
How heavy is the Gasbye VS5166?
2.9 kg, about 6.4 lb. That is heavier than the Beelicious Pro VS9313 (2.4 kg) but lighter than both FoodSaver models we cover.
Based on official spec sheets, manuals and published owner feedback. We have not physically tested every model. How we review.